PLNT

Planet Fitness, Inc. (NYSE:PLNT) is a fitness center franchise company founded in 1992 and headquartered in Hampton, New Hampshire. The company went public in August 2015 and has grown to become one of the largest fitness center operators in the world, with over 2,700 locations globally as of 2024. Planet Fitness operates under a franchise-heavy business model, positioning itself as a low-cost, non-intimidating gym alternative that targets casual fitness enthusiasts and beginners. The company has experienced significant growth over the past decade, expanding from primarily a domestic operation to include international markets in Canada, Puerto Rico, Panama, Mexico, Australia, and Spain.